Police in Kampala arrested 70 men during a midnight operation targeting crime hot spots to improve safety during the festive season.KAMPALA, Uganda — Police arrested 70 men during a midnight sweep of crime hot spots in the capital city early Saturday morning, according to authorities.
Meanwhile, Police Spokesperson Kituma Rusoke urged Ugandans to remain vigilant during the festive season, whether at home or while shopping, and to stay in contact with their local police. A suspect being arrested (courtesy photo)More than 90 suspected criminals have been arrested d
According to the 2024 Annual Traffic Police Report, the country recorded over 23,000 road crashes, resulting in approximately 4,800 deaths and tens of thousands of injuriesNorbert MaoKAMPALA: Uganda’s Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, has said he is safe
A nerve wrecking road traffic accident claimed the lives of four young students early Wednesday morning in Uganda’s North West Nile Region, highlighting ongoing concerns over reckless driving and road safety amid ongoing construction.The fatal crash occurred at approximately 07:10 hours
The Uganda Traffic Police have arrested 473 motorists in a week-long crackdown targeting road safety offenders across the country.The operations, conducted last week, focused on violations ranging from dangerous mechanical conditions to illegal vehicle modifications and invalid driving lic
Police canine units being pushed directly toward civilians, including women and youths standing on the roadsideKampala, Uganda: The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has condemned the deployment of police dogs to disperse crowds during the National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential campaign in Kawe
Pedestrians walk past a billboard of Cameroon's President Paul Biya reading: 'I thank the sovereign people for electing me' on a street in Yaounde, today, a day after the Cameroon presidential election results were announced. Biya, 92, has been re-elected for an eighth term with 53.7% of the vote
One of the roundabouts in Iganga town covered by campaign posters and banners . Politicians have warned that such practices are increasing road accidents and endangering motorists.Iganga, Uganda: Politicians in Iganga District have expressed growing concern over the increasing number of ro
With Uganda set to host matches for the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2025), the Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety has announced a comprehensive traffic management plan that will temporarily affect movement in and around Kampala and Entebbe.The changes, which take effect during t
Kampala to get a major infrastructure boost! KCCA and COLAS sign a €250M deal to upgrade over 118 city roads, funded by UK Export Finance. The project includes new walkways, drainage, and street lighting, promising a transformed, sustainable Kampala.Kam
